How to CQB and clear rooms alone

Published on January 17, 2020
Duration: 31:23

This video details essential techniques for single-man Close Quarters Battle (CQB) and room clearing, emphasizing stealth and methodical movement over dynamic assaults. Key principles include surreptitious movement, the 'retracted' pistol position for maneuvering, and the 'CQB Salsa' footwork for clearing angles. It also covers strategies for dealing with center-fed rooms, closets, and closed doors, highlighting risk assessment and probability in threat identification.

Quick Summary

For single-man CQB, prioritize surreptitious movement—slow, methodical, and quiet—to maintain surprise. Utilize the 'retracted' pistol position for maneuvering and the 'CQB Salsa' footwork for effective corner clearing. Always assess risk and probability when identifying potential threat areas.

Chapters

  1. 00:26Introduction to Single-Man CQB
  2. 03:31Training Tools and Safety
  3. 04:17Surreptitious Movement Principles
  4. 05:29Retracted Pistol Position Explained
  5. 08:09The 'CQB Salsa' and Footwork
  6. 09:11Clearing Center-Fed Rooms & Dead Space
  7. 10:29Hand Swapping for Corners
  8. 11:19Clearing Closets and Closed Doors
  9. 12:43Risk Assessment & Probability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary principle for individual room clearing?

The primary principle for individual room clearing is surreptitious movement. This means moving slowly, methodically, and quietly to maintain the advantage of surprise. If you haven't been detected, staying quiet until engagement is necessary is crucial for success.

How does the 'retracted' pistol position help in CQB?

The 'retracted' pistol position allows an operator to maneuver the barrel in line with their eyes without over-extending. By breaking the solid grip and pulling the pistol back towards the chest, it minimizes exposure of the weapon and the operator to potential ambushes.

What is the 'CQB Salsa' footwork technique?

The 'CQB Salsa' is a footwork technique involving side-stepping. It's designed to help operators open up fields of view and effectively clear angles around corners, allowing them to identify threats while minimizing their own exposure.

Where are threats typically found in center-fed rooms?

In center-fed rooms, which have two opposing corners, threats are generally not found in the open. Instead, they tend to hide in these 'dead space' corners. Clearing these areas requires careful technique to avoid over-exposing oneself.

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